Has anybody heard of a genetic disorder called achondroplasia?

achondroplasia - Improper development of cartilage at the ends of the long bones, resulting in a form of congenital dwarfism.

Yes, I have heard about it and studied it. I am not sure if you wanted to know information on it or if you just wanted to know if people knew what it was in general...

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Is there more than one type of achondroplasia?

There are some genetically related disorders including: Hypochondroplasia FGFR-related craniosynostosis Thanatophoric dysplasia SADDAN dysplasia=Severe achondroplasia

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I'd like to know more about Achondroplasia (a common type of Dwarfism). Is there a forum online?

try www.webmd.com alot of answers are there. if that doesnt help go to your local hospital and ask where you may find info on it, and if there is support groups in your area for it. good luck

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Who are some famous people with achondroplasia??

Dwarfism! Little people! They guy that plays Mini-Me on the Austin Powers movies The family on "Small World" coming up this fall That actor in "Elf" that is mistaken by El...

How long do people who have achondroplasia live ?

Achondroplasia is a genetic disorder of bone growth that is evident at birth. It affects about one in every 25,000 births and it occurs in all races and in both sexes. Its depiction in ancient Egyp...

Is there a difference between achondroplasia and dwarfism?

Achondroplasia is one of the causes of dwarfism - ...

What kind of mutation is achondroplasia?

The source below says that it is generally caused by a point mutation in the FGFR3 gene.

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What is the treatment for Achondroplasia?

Prescription drugs. Coach

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Does anyone have pictures of Achondroplasia (dwarfism)??

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